The purpose of this post is to address the use of gluten-free diets in children without Celiac’s disease, an allergy to wheat, or gluten sensitivity. All of these diseases and disorders are determined through proper medical screening and testing. If parents think their child may have one of these issues, they should seek guidance from their health care provider.

Lots of little ones spend their afternoons on the playground to burn off energy, socialize with friends, and learn to master new skills with their bodies. All these dynamics create situations where injuries may happen. Active kids moving energetically can have accidents, friends can encourage more risky behavior, and mishaps can occur while practicing a new skill.

About 20% of parents admit to using physical punishment such as spanking or swatting as part of disciplining their children. Yet, most also report not feeling very good about doing it. Not surprisingly, nearly all parents report that parenting is their greatest joy while nearly three-quarters also describe parenting as their greatest challenge.

Have you ever wondered if there is an easy way to boost your child’s brainpower and make him or her smarter? New research shows that one simple, practically free activity can help your child use his or her brain more effectively.